Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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